Guides

Brace yourselves as the month of October sees the arrival of pop heartthrobs Shawn Mendes, New Hope Club, and one of the rarest ways to go old school with Backstreet Boys. And if you love all things sweet, or need a little Disney magic in your life, then The Bubble Tea Factory and Disney: Magic or Animation exhibitions are for you! Don’t forget to catch a dose of witty yet dark humour with Daniel Sloss on his live stand-up performance, Daniel Sloss: X. 4 Oct – ‘Shawn Mendes: The Tour’ Live in Singapore Born in Toronto, singer-songwriter Shawn Mendes released…

The recent Singhealth data breach has put personal data security under the microscope. 1.5 million people were affected by the cyberattack, of which 160,000 had outpatient prescriptions stolen.  While incidents like this are not something commonly seen and are hard to account for, we have the power to prepare ourselves from further attacks that occur in our own home. One out of five Singaporeans own at least one smart device, and it is highly likely that we have inputted our personal information while using said devices. We run the risk of exposing ourselves to similar attacks from cybercriminals if we…

September sees the return of many events and music acts. Techies will be excited to know that COMEX 2019 makes a comeback this month, while music enthusiasts can keep an eye out for returning K-pop artists such as Epik High, EXO, and the iconic Formula 1 Singapore Grand Prix star-studded concert lineup. This month, we are also looking forward to a slew of cultural events leading up to the Mid-Autumn Festival and other fun ones like the Universal Studios Singapore’s Halloween Horror Nights and Pangdemonium’s Urinetown musical. Let’s get right into it. 29 August to 8 September – Walking With…

The month of August is going to be buzzing in this little red dot. Music aficionados will be in for a treat, with chart-topping artistes such as LANY, Westlife, and The Vamps making a rare stop here for their tours. For the hipsters, the organisers of Baybeats are bringing the new LiveWire stage to the festival. Fun date night ideas are also all around the city, with thought-provoking exhibitions and festivals to celebrate local brilliance in the spirit of the bicentennial year; not forgetting the quintessential Films At the Fort, a premier open-air cinema for cliques and couples alike. Can’t…

Funan recently reopened on 28 June 2019 (Friday), after a three-year-long transformative redevelopment. With over 180 brands sprawled across the mall, visitors will be spoilt for choice over the array of retailers, eateries and activities offered. While it may be fun to explore Funan with friends, it certainly isn’t the same to go without a plan of any sort during a date. So where are the good spots at Funan for couples? Check out our handy Funan Shopping Guide for couples to find out! Shopping Superdry Greeting you just as you enter the mall is Superdry, great for summer wear…

The advent of live performances is back! Our events for July features a range of concerts – from beloved K-pop artists to live covers of your favourite old school rock bands – and art acts such as Aladdin and Kurios by Cirque du Soleil. 6 July – Tiger District Party For one night only, Tiger is inviting the community to uncage their local pride at the Tiger District Party. Singaporeans can head down to Bugis to indulge in iconic dishes prepared by our beloved local chefs. From Wanton Mee to Hakka Bowls, district favourites including Nam Seng Wanton Mee, Ah…

Maxwell Food Centre is back in business after its three-day spring-cleaning closure from Monday, 10 June to Wednesday, 12 June 2019. Just minutes away by foot from Chinatown and Tanjong Pagar MRT stations, Maxwell Food Centre is conveniently nestled amidst the high foot traffic of office workers and tourists alike. Maxwell Food Centre is lauded by both locals and tourists as the go-to hawker centre for cheap, authentic Singaporean cuisine. Ranging from cheap buys that have withstood the test of time, to experienced hawkerpreneurs and new-generation hawker stalls, here are some stalls that you should check out during your next…

Calling all our Muslim friends: Want to travel, but find it a hassle to forage about for Muslim-friendly options? We’ve got you covered! Given the rise of Halal tourism – or tourism that’s in accordance with Islamic rules – over the past few years, we’ve come up with a Muslim-friendly travel guide featuring seven countries in Asia and across the world. On top of accommodation, our guide also comes with a list of recommended places to visit – complete with halal food options. If you’re not looking to travel far – or planning for a short getaway – you may…

Prepare yourself for an array of festivals this June! There’s something for everyone – be it IT, EDM, alcohol or kid-friendly festivals. Here’s what you should look out for this month: 30 May to 2 June – The PC Show 2019 Singapore, 8 May 2019 – The PC Show, Singapore’s longest running IT and consumer electronics exhibition is back for its 29th edition, boasting a showcase of the latest gadgets and IT services at irresistible bargains. This year’s PC show also sees Lenovo Online presenting an O2O concept booth for the first time, with offers up to 20 percent discount…